Doris Benjamin Red Wing, Minnesota Obituary

Doris Benjamin

<p>Doris Jean Benjamin, age 98, of Lake City, passed away in her home on Sunday, August 29th, 2021.&nbsp; She was born on November 6, 1922 to William and Nell Moore and grew up in Jackson, Minn. where she met and married Robert Benjamin of Cumberland, Wis.&nbsp; Together they had four children.</p> <p>Doris earned her teaching degree from Mankato State Teachers College and later achieved a Master&rsquo;s Degree in teaching from Mankato State University.&nbsp; She began her teaching career in a one-room school in Alpha, Minn. and spent many years teaching 2nd grade in Stewartville, Minn.&nbsp; After retiring, she moved to Lake City in 1994.&nbsp; She had many interests including travel, music, dance, boating, and being with family and friends.&nbsp; She was blessed with the privilege of spending her final years in the comfort of her home thanks to the incredible care from Mary Kay, Steve, Debbie, Cindy, Linda, Linda, Shayna, Kelly, and Holly.</p> <p>She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Nell Moore; a sister, Bonny Petersen; her son Craig Benjamin; and a granddaughter, Chelsea Kramer.&nbsp;</p> <p>She is survived by her three children, Cheryl Milks of Lake Wales, Fla., Cindy Haugen of Ann Arbor, Mich., and David Benjamin of Moseley, Va.; 8 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.</p> <p>Due to the current Covid environment her family is postponing a Celebration of Life event until a future date.&nbsp; Arrangements will be made through Mahn Family Funeral Home, Bodelson-Mahn Chapel, Red Wing.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
November 6, 1922 - August 29, 202111/06/192208/29/2021
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Mary Ellen
September 10, 2021
We enjoyed being neighbors to Doris and Jack for many years at the lake. She kept us in stitches with her great jokes. My sympathy to you

Mary Ellen Ritzenthaler
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Lori Morgan
September 2, 2021
I had spent time with the Benjamin's in Stewartville and Lake City.Doris was a great lady.Always enjoyed spending time with her.
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Lori Morgan
September 2, 2021
I have fond memories of Doris and her kids.Sad to hear of her passing.
A candle was posted for Doris Benjamin.
A candle was posted for Doris Benjamin.
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Nancy Carlson
September 2, 2021
She was a lovely lady and a great friend had coffee with her for several years in Lake City. She will be deeply missed.

Duane & JoAnn Sprick
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Susan Blumberg
September 2, 2021
Years ago I worked summers at the local bakery. Doris, Jack and friends came in for coffee every day. It was so fun spending time with them. I remember grandchildren coming to visit and the boy got to help Mike in the Back. I was a teacher as well in Lake City do we got ... Continue Reading
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The staff at Mahn Family Funeral Home-Bodelson-Mahn Chapel
August 31, 2021
We plant this tree as a living memorial to Doris. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
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